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Because Meatballs need love too...Sun, 18 Feb 2018 05:10:06 +0000enhourly1http://wordpress.com/https://s2.wp.com/i/buttonw-com.pngMOL Artshttps://molarts.wordpress.com
A Slight Transition…https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/a-slight-transition/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/a-slight-transition/#respondSat, 17 Mar 2012 08:23:01 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/a-slight-transition/Continue reading →]]>The Press Room will no longer be hosting art shows. The venue was fantastic and, for the time that it lasted , the shows were equally as superb. The curator, though, has jumped ship and moved to Morro Bay. New shows are a certainty in the future; where and when, I don’t yet know. In the mean time this blog will make a slight shift to feature local artists and shows in and around the San Luis Obispo County area. After all, art happens here too…

To quote the Great McKenzie:

“The true traveler is he, or she, who goes without knowing why…”

So here we go!

MOL

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/03/17/a-slight-transition/feed/0meatballolTrent Ichiro Watanabe Art Showhttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/156/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/156/#respondThu, 23 Feb 2012 09:14:19 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=156Continue reading →]]>First Thursday of March is just around the bend and the new month heralds an exciting new show at The Press Room. This exhibition features the artist Trent Ichiro Watanabe with a selection of new works. Not only is this the long awaited unveiling of his most recent creations but it is also an opportunity to enjoy an evening with the artist himself. Besides the pleasure of Trent’s company, the opening reception, with begins at 8pm on March the 1st, also boasts a substantial line-up of live entertainment, as well as a chance to drink one of the artist’s patented “Turkey Callers.”

No doubt this should will be an evening to remember (depending on the number of “Turkey Callers” you happen to try).

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/156/feed/0meatballolTrent Ichiro WatanabeThe Fantastic Schedule of Upcoming Shows…https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/the-fantastic-schedule-of-upcoming-shows/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/the-fantastic-schedule-of-upcoming-shows/#respondThu, 23 Feb 2012 09:01:43 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=149Continue reading →]]>The Current show hanging at The Press Room, “Mosaics,” the Permanent Mark Art Show, continues at the bar until February 29th. For anyone who hasn’t had the chance to check it out, this show is a must see.

Opening March 1st, again at 8pm, MOL Arts is proud to announce a solo exhibition of the works of Trent Watanabe. The show will feature all new works by the artist and promises to be a highlight.

This fantastic show is to be followed in April by a group show of the printmaking department at Santa Barbara City College. After that, in May, guest curator Nathan Vonk, of the Santa Barbara Arts Blog and Sullivan & Goss, takes over to add a little spice, and a different perspective, to The Press Room Art Shows.

Keep following the updates plus the forthcoming addition of a, “local artists interview section,” set appear in the near future.

MOL

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/02/23/the-fantastic-schedule-of-upcoming-shows/feed/0meatballolOpening Reception for the Permanent Mark Art Showhttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/opening-reception-for-the-permanent-mark-art-show/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/opening-reception-for-the-permanent-mark-art-show/#respondMon, 30 Jan 2012 20:29:43 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=142Continue reading →]]>The Permanent Mark Art Show, at The Press Room, opens this Thursday, February 2nd. The reception begins at 8pm and will be a fantastic opportunity to talk to P.M. about his work. In addition, Fireball Whiskey will be on hand with promotions and giveaways to spice up the night. If you can’t make the reception, the exhibition will be on view until February 29th.

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/30/opening-reception-for-the-permanent-mark-art-show/feed/0meatballolPermanent Mark Art ShowSelected Art from the Golden Eagle Art Showhttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/28/selected-art-from-the-golden-eagle-art-show/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/28/selected-art-from-the-golden-eagle-art-show/#respondSun, 29 Jan 2012 00:52:56 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=92Continue reading →]]>The current Golden Eagle Tattoo Show, at the Press Room, is still on exhibit and will remain so until February 1st. For those folks who haven’t made it there yet, and for those who won’t be able to make it there at all, here is a selection of the art on display. Obviously all art is better viewed in person especially since I’m not famous for my exceptional photographic skills. Any inquiries about individual pieces can be directed through the site, using the e-mail address molpeirce@gmail.com, or in person at The Press Room.

"Untitled Skateboard" by George Totten - Private Collection

"Day of the Dead Heart" by George Totten - Private Collection

"Jackalopes and Skulls" (Detail) by George Totten - Private Collection

"Eagle Skull" by John Woodruff - Private Collection

"Shark Girl" by John Woodruff - $200

"Antler Dreamcatcher" by John Woodruff - $200

"Sun Pattern" by John Woodruff - $350

"Humming Bird Skull" by John Woodruff - Private Collection

"Hotstuff Handplant" by John Woodruff - Private Collection

"Skull & Flames" by John Woodruff - $250

"Dreamcatcher & Antler" by John Woodruff - $200

"Rock of Ages" by Jason Bradshaw - $1000

"Jesus Flash (no title)" by Jason Bradshaw - $250

"F.T.W." by Gabe Harwell - NFS

"Panther" by Gabe Harwell - $200

"Dragon" by Gabe Harwell - $400

"Peacock" by Gabe Harwell - $300

"Sir Lawrence" by Permanent Mark - $300

"Young Sir Winston" by Permanent Mark - $200

"Sir Winston Churchill" by Permanent Mark - Private Collection

"Dr. Peebles" by Permanent Mark - Private Collection

"Tiger" by Permanent Mark - $250

"Sid" by Permanent Mark - Private Collection

"Frustration" by Andrew Cornish - $200

"Suicide" by Andrew Cornish - $400

"Love" by Andrew Cornish - Private Collection

"Opposition" by Andrew Cornish - $400

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/28/selected-art-from-the-golden-eagle-art-show/feed/0meatballolUntitled SkateboardDay of the Dead HeartJackalopeEagle SkullShark GirlAntler DreamcatcherSun PatternHumming Bird SkullHotstuff HandplantSkull & FlamesDreamcatcher & AntlerRock of AgesJesus Flash (no title)F.T.W.PantherDragonPeacockSir LawrenceYoung Sir WinstonSir Winston ChurchillDr. PeeblesTigerSidFrustrationSuicideLoveOppositionGolden Eagle Art Show Openinghttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/10/golden-eagle-art-show-opening/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2012/01/10/golden-eagle-art-show-opening/#respondTue, 10 Jan 2012 10:27:31 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=66Continue reading →]]>The opening reception for the Golden Eagle Art Show, at the Press Room, was quite an event. The featured artists mingled not only with their friends and peers from the tattoo community but also with a very wide variety of other demographics, all on hand to appreciate the exhibition. The highlights included the art, obviously, but also the energy and sense of camaraderie, not all of which was fueled by the Press Room’s notoriously strong drinks. Certainly this show will remain a highlight for both the bar and the artists at Golden Eagle Tattoo.

Thank again to all who attended and a special thanks to Randy for her fine efforts in catering the exhibition.

For those of you unlucky enough to miss the opening reception, all the art will be on display until February 1st.

The Golden Eagle Art Show is all set to open on January 5th at the Press Room. The reception begins at 8pm and will offer an opportunity for people to meet many of the artists displaying their work.

In addition to bringing more fantastic art to Santa Barbara, this exhibition celebrates the tradition of tattooing in our community. Those artists on display include Permanent Mark, Andrew Cornish, Jason Bradshaw, Gabe Harwell, Cory Williams, Johnny Woodruff and George Totten; working in a variety of mediums from painting to 3d constructions.

If you can’t make the opening, this exhibition will be on display until February 1st.

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/30/golden-eagle-art-show-january-5th-to-february-1st/feed/0meatballolPress Room Show Poster 85x11The December Art Show Closethhttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/23/the-december-art-show-closeth/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/23/the-december-art-show-closeth/#respondSat, 24 Dec 2011 02:59:42 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=30Continue reading →]]>The Press Room’s December art exhibition closed for Christmas so that all the happy patrons could have their purchases in time for the holiday. The show received a huge amount of positive feedback, from the look of the hang to the variety of mediums and everything in between. Even the opening on first Thursday was considered surprisingly fun (although I’m not sure how to take that).

That being said, it is time for everything to come down and preparations to begin for the next show; after everyone sobers up enough from new years to safely climb a ladder.

For those who missed the December show, here are a few of the works that were on display:

"Paper Airplane Battle" by Alexandra Cole - SOLD

"Keith" by Andrew McBride

"Crossing" by R. C. Anderson-Peirce

"Carnivore" by JWalker

"Spartan 48" by Andrew McBride

"Shark Dreams" by JWalker - SOLD

“Case Number 978060” by Billy Peirce

If you’re interested in any past pieces, from this show or others, please feel free to inquire via e-mail to molpeirce@gmail.com

And don’t forget, the next show opens January 5th!

MOL

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/23/the-december-art-show-closeth/feed/0meatballolPaper Airplane BattleKeithCroosingCarnivoreSpartan 48Shark DreamsCase Number 978060New Shows for January and Februaryhttps://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/22/new-shows-for-january-and-february/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/22/new-shows-for-january-and-february/#respondThu, 22 Dec 2011 12:20:13 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=20Continue reading →]]>On Thursday, January 5th, the Press Room cocktail Pub will feature the first of two art shows done in conjunction with Golden Eagle Tattoo. Both shows are part of a monthly rotating series of exhibitions featuring local arts, in this case as an example of the artists associated with tattooing in our community.

The January show will be a group exhibition featuring art from: Permanent Mark, Andrew Cornish, Jason Bradshaw, Gabe Harwell, Cory Williams, Johnny Woodruff and George Totten

The 2nd show will open Thursday, February 2nd and will be a solo exhibition of works by Permanent Mark.

Both opening receptions will begin at 8 and offer a chance to meet the artists and ask questions about their work.

]]>https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/22/new-shows-for-january-and-february/feed/0meatballolWelcome to MOL Arts!https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/22/welcome-to-mol-arts/
https://molarts.wordpress.com/2011/12/22/welcome-to-mol-arts/#respondThu, 22 Dec 2011 11:04:01 +0000http://molarts.wordpress.com/?p=6Continue reading →]]>This is the very beginning! The ground floor so to speak.

MOL Arts… because meatballs need loving too…

A blog about local art, working in conjunction with a monthly rotating art show of it’s very own. This site will feature the current show, past shows, some other people’s shows and moments of import; as well as features about local and/or aspiring artists.

The goal is to feature, both online and in person, those artists who would otherwise have little opportunity to do so otherwise.